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    Home » Recipes » Appetizers, Sides, Dips

    Creamy Salmon Spread Recipe (Healthy)

    March 18, 2020 By Monika Last Updated May 12, 2022 3 Comments

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    This creamy salmon spread recipe is made using a combination of cooked and smoked salmon for a rich and delicious flavour.  It contains low fat yogurt, a drop of mayonnaise, lemon juice and a sprinkle of chives. Perfect for entertaining, with crackers or toast. Ready in as little as 5 minutes!

    You might also like tuna pate and sardines on toast Polish style!

    Salmon spread in pink bowl, crackers, knife and lemon on top of grey board.

    Why this recipe works

    This creamy salmon spread is a delicious, easy and healthy way to use up leftover salmon.  The combination of cooked and smoked salmon creates a well balanced rich flavour and the addition of the yogurt produces a super creamy, light consistency.

    Salmon spread ingredients

    • Salmon: This is a perfect recipe for using up leftover cooked salmon. I usually make this spread using either herb crusted salmon or pistachio crusted salmon leftovers (without the pistachios).  If you do not have ready cooked salmon see Recipe Notes below for easy instructions how to quickly prepare salmon from raw. I also added a small amount of smoked salmon into the mixture but you can add more to suit your preference.
    • Low fat yogurt: Use low fat thick natural yogurt, Greek yogurt, Skyr or fromage frais.
    • Mayonnaise: I used a little mayonnaise for a richer, more savoury flavour.
    • Lemon juice: Adjust the amount of lemon juice to suit your preference. I recommend starting with 2 teaspoons and adding more if needed after you’ve pureed the mixture.
    • Chives: I added 3 teaspoons of freshly chopped chives, but you can use dill (2 tsp) or parsley or omit the herbs altogether.

    Another easy and delicious deli filler you might like is coronation chicken pineapple salad.

    Creamy salmon spread with lemon slice in pink bowl on black plate with crackers and lemon in background.

    Equipment you’ll need

    • Kitchen scale, measuring spoon
    • Chopping board and knife
    • Blender and large spoon

    Step-by-step recipe instructions

    1. Place all the ingredients in the food processor. Puree until smooth and creamy.

    Shredded salmon, smoked salmon and yogurt in blender.

    2. Add the chives.

    Creamy salmon spread mixture with chopped chives in blender bowl.

    3. Pulse just to combine.

    Creamy salmon spread mixture in blender.

    4. Adjust the seasoning as needed and enjoy!

    Creamy salmon spread in pink bowl with halved lemon on black platter.

    What if I don't have salmon leftovers

    No problem! You can either use canned salmon or prepare salmon from raw. To do this place a boneless salmon fillet on top of a baking sheet (skin side down) lined with parchment paper, season and drizzle over a little lemon juice and oil or melted butter. Bake in a preheated oven at 375 F for about 15 minutes or until fully cooked. Remove from the oven, set aside to cool then make the spread.

    Top tips

    • Adjust the proportions to your preference. For example use less cooked salmon and more smoked, add more lemon juice for a tangier flavour or make it really peppery.
    • Serving suggestions: Serve with crackers, toast, garnished with pickled gherkins or beetroot, capers or sliced radishes.
    • Storing: Refrigerate, covered, for up to 2 days. If you omit the chives the spread will stay fresh for up to 3 days.
    • Not suitable for freezing.
    Creamy salmon spread in pink bowl with crackers and lemon on top of grey wooden board.

    You might also like

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    Keep in touch!

    If you make this salmon spread recipe I'd love to know how it turned out for you. Did you use different herbs? Let me know in the comments below, thanks:)

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    Creamy salmon spread with lemon slice in pink bowl on black plate with crackers and lemon in background.

    Creamy Salmon Spread Recipe (Healthy)

    This creamy salmon spread recipe is made using a combination of cooked and smoked salmon for a rich and delicious flavour. Perfect for entertaining, with crackers or toast.
    5 from 1 vote
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    Course: Appetizer, Lunch, Snack
    Cuisine: deli filler, gluten free
    Prep Time: 5 minutes
    Total Time: 5 minutes
    Servings: 6 servings
    Calories: 86kcal
    Author: Monika Dabrowski

    Equipment

    • Food processor

    Ingredients

    • 7.05 ounces (200 g) salmon ready-to-eat, baked, poached
    • 2.12 ounces (60 g) smoked salmon
    • ½ cup less 1tbsp (100 g) low fat thick yogurt such as Skyr, 3.53oz
    • 1 tablespoon mayonnaise
    • 2 teaspoons lemon juice
    • 1 tablespoon chives (optional) chopped

    Instructions

    • Place all the ingredients in the food processor. Puree until smooth and creamy.
    • Add the chives and pulse just to combine. Adjust the seasoning as needed and enjoy!

    Notes

    • To prepare the salmon from raw place a boneless salmon fillet on top of a baking sheet (skin side down) lined with parchment paper, season and drizzle over a little lemon juice and oil or melted butter. Bake in a preheated oven at 375 F for about 15 minutes or until fully cooked. Remove from the oven, set aside to cool then make the spread.
    • Serving suggestions: Serve with crackers, toast, garnished with pickled gherkins or beetroot, capers or sliced radishes.
    • Storing: Refrigerate, covered, for up to 2 days. If you omit the chives the spread will stay fresh for up to 3 days.
    • Not suitable for freezing.

    Nutrition

    Serving: 1serving | Calories: 86kcal | Carbohydrates: 1g | Protein: 9g | Fat: 5g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 23mg | Sodium: 120mg | Potassium: 220mg | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 52IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 35mg | Iron: 1mg

    *Nutritional information is automatically generated and should be considered as an estimate.

    **A note about baking: If using a fan-assisted oven refer to your appliance's instructions and adjust the temperature accordingly.

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    1. Balvinder

      March 19, 2020 at 2:22 pm

      Very timely post, Monika. I bought cooked (canned) salmon from Costco and I was looking for a spread.

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      • Monika

        March 20, 2020 at 11:32 am

        Thanks, hope you like it:)

        Reply

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